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Ingredients
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Granola
Pureberry Topping
Assembly & Extras
Method
Granola
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Preheat and prepare
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
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In a large mixing bowl combine 2 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup slivered almonds, 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds, and 1/4 cup shredded coconut. Toss to blend.
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In a small bowl whisk together 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tbsp melted coconut oil, 1 tbsp brown or coconut sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon and 1/4 tsp sea salt until smooth.
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Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to coat all the oats and seeds evenly.
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Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet, pressing lightly so clusters form.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until golden and fragrant. Watch closely last 5 minutes to prevent burning. For chunkier granola, stir gently once at the 12-minute mark; for more clusters, avoid stirring.
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Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet — granola will crisp and form clusters as it cools. Once cool, break into pieces and store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Pureberry Topping
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While granola cools, prepare the pureberry topping. In a medium bowl combine 1 cup quartered strawberries, 3/4 cup raspberries, 1/2 cup blueberries and 1/4 cup blackberries (if using).
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Add 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tsp maple syrup (or honey) to the berries. Gently toss to combine. Let sit 5–10 minutes so juices loosen and flavors meld. If you prefer a saucier topping, lightly mash about 1/4 of the berries with the back of a spoon.
Assembly & Serving
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Top each bowl with a heaping 3/4 to 1 cup of the pureberry mixture, distributing berries and their juices evenly.
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Finish with an optional sprinkle of 1 tsp chia seeds per bowl and a drizzle of honey or extra maple syrup to taste.
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Serve immediately so granola stays crisp. Leftover granola can be stored airtight; berry topping is best consumed within 1–2 days refrigerated.
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